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The Stars To Watch Out For!

The Stars To Watch Out For!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The most impressive players at the FIFA World Cup 2022 after Round One.

Scheduled international flights to remain suspended till July 31

Scheduled international flights to remain suspended till July 31

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

The coronavirus-induced suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till July 31, aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation said.

Indian Muslims speak up against air strikes on Libya

Indian Muslims speak up against air strikes on Libya

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

Rediff.com talked to some members of the Muslim community in India to gauge their reaction to the air-strikes on Libya.

5 Rafale jets formally inducted into IAF

5 Rafale jets formally inducted into IAF

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

In a tweet, the IAF welcomed the "new bird" into its arsenal.

Putin oversees nuclear drills, says 'ready to use all means'

Putin oversees nuclear drills, says 'ready to use all means'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday monitored drills of the country's strategic nuclear forces involving multiple practice launches of ballistic and cruise missiles, the Kremlin said.

5 Strikers Who Stunned The World

5 Strikers Who Stunned The World

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Five strikers who surprised us in World Cup 2022.

India's 1st woman Rafale pilot participates in R-Day

India's 1st woman Rafale pilot participates in R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Shivangi Singh is part of the IAF's Golden Arrows squadron based out of Ambala in Punjab.

A car that runs on air, in India soon

A car that runs on air, in India soon

Rediff.com21 Mar 2007

Tata Motors has signed an agreement with Moteur Development International of France to develop a car that runs on compressed air, thus making it very economical to run and be almost totally pollution free.

What's Time Zone Politics?

What's Time Zone Politics?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

In a world without politics, time zones would change by an hour for a shift of 15 degrees of longitude. But, of course, political considerations apply, explains Devangshu Datta.

Air Asia: Divers battle strong current to locate black box

Air Asia: Divers battle strong current to locate black box

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Indonesian military divers on Thursday battled strong waves to reach the submerged tail section of the crashed AirAsia Flight QZ8501 in the murky depths of the Java Sea in the hopes of finding the crucial black box.

Would Messi Have Won World Cup Without Di Maria?

Would Messi Have Won World Cup Without Di Maria?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Eight years is a long time in the life of an athlete. But just like Messi, Di Maria has preserved and persisted towards his childhood dream, points out Deepti Patwardhan.

Australian Open: The Heat Is On!

Australian Open: The Heat Is On!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Scorching heat halted outdoor matches and sent fans scurrying for shade at the Australian Open on Tuesday.

IAF's second Rafale squadron to get operational by July 26

IAF's second Rafale squadron to get operational by July 26

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The Rafale aircraft which have already arrived in Ambala would start ferrying to the Hashimara air base in next few days and the squadron would get operational by July 26, government sources told ANI in New Delhi.

India extends suspension of international flights till June 30

India extends suspension of international flights till June 30

Rediff.com28 May 2021

India has formed air bubble pacts with around 27 countries including the US, the UAE, Kenya, Bhutan and France. Under an air bubble pact between two countries, special international flights can be operated by their airlines between their territories.

Rajnath Singh to induct Rafales on September 10

Rajnath Singh to induct Rafales on September 10

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

Five Rafale fighter aircraft arrived in India from France on July 29 and have started extensive training within 24 hours of touching down in the country. The French-origin fighter aircraft are part of the 17 Golden Arrows squadron of the Indian Air Force.

Football World Finally Has Its GOAT

Football World Finally Has Its GOAT

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

He has won a Copa America, 11 league titles, four Champions League titles, three Club World Cups and three UEFA Super Cups. Now he has the most coveted one of all.

India likely to get 6 'fully-loaded' Rafales in July

India likely to get 6 'fully-loaded' Rafales in July

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Military officials, on the condition of anonymity, said the arrival of the Rafale jets will significantly enhance the IAF's overall combat capability and will send a clear message to India's 'adversaries'.

India's jet trainer debuts in Paris Air Show

India's jet trainer debuts in Paris Air Show

Rediff.com14 Jun 2005

The maiden flight of IJT was preceded by a display of Dhruv highlighting its performance.

'Smoke detected' inside cabin before EgyptAir crash: reports

'Smoke detected' inside cabin before EgyptAir crash: reports

Rediff.com21 May 2016

Smoke alerts were triggered inside the cabin of the ill-fated EgyptAir jet minutes before it plunged into the Mediterranean Sea with 66 people on board.

AMAZING, AWESOME Photographs!

AMAZING, AWESOME Photographs!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

The World Photography Organisation has announced its category winners and shortlist in the Open competition of the Sony World Photography Awards 2023.

India extends ban on international flights till Jan 31

India extends ban on international flights till Jan 31

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The DGCA circular also said that the suspension does not affect the operation of international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by it.

Rafale jets' tail numbers to honour ex-IAF chief Dhanoa

Rafale jets' tail numbers to honour ex-IAF chief Dhanoa

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Six Rafale trainer aircraft will carry RB series tail numbers which stand for Air Chief Marshal R K S Bhadauria, the current Chief of Air Staff who played a key role as lead negotiator for the mega deal.

IAF formally inducts Rafale into 101 Squadron of Eastern Command

IAF formally inducts Rafale into 101 Squadron of Eastern Command

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

The 101 Squadron is the second IAF squadron to be equipped with the Rafale fighter jets. In September last year, the Rafale aircraft were inducted into the 17 'Golden Arrows' Squadron.

Hope fades as search for missing AirAsia plane hits land

Hope fades as search for missing AirAsia plane hits land

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

The multinational search for the missing AirAsia flight entered the third day on Tuesday after a futile day-long scanning of the JavaSea where the Airbus 320-200 is believed to have gone down with 162 passengers and crew.

'No survivors likely' in Airbus A320 crash in France

'No survivors likely' in Airbus A320 crash in France

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

According to reports, a Germanwings Airbus A320 has crashed in French Alps near the Digne region in France.

British Airways offers up to 50% off on select flights from India

British Airways offers up to 50% off on select flights from India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Domestic carriers, including newly-launched AirAsia India and regional airline Costa too have lowered their fares through these offers

Failure to deploy full flaps may have caused Nepal plane crash: Report

Failure to deploy full flaps may have caused Nepal plane crash: Report

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

The aircraft that took off from Kathmandu at 10:30 am crashed into the Seti river gorge, killing all four crew members and 68 passengers. One person on board the aircraft is still missing.

Meet This Winter Olympics Sensation

Meet This Winter Olympics Sensation

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

Eileen Gu is fast becoming one of China's hottest young stars.

Vikrant: A Giant Leap For Indian Navy

Vikrant: A Giant Leap For Indian Navy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The Indian Navy has a big role to play in support of our strategic objectives in the Indian Ocean. The increasing Chinese presence in the Indian Ocean is a matter of concern and need to be factored. Hence, the requirement of an Aircraft Carrier is a foregone conclusion, asserts Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Domestically, Indians are exploring popular beach destinations, the hills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and the North-Eastern region as well.

In Messi's hometown, hope builds ahead of World Cup final

In Messi's hometown, hope builds ahead of World Cup final

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

Messi's image is everywhere, adorning the sides of buildings.

French defence firm pulls out of India's P-75I submarine project

French defence firm pulls out of India's P-75I submarine project

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Naval Group's announcement comes a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Paris where he is scheduled meet recently re-elected French President Emmanuel Macron.

Enemies beware! 4 Rafales to arrive in India by July-end

Enemies beware! 4 Rafales to arrive in India by July-end

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Out of 36 Rafale jets, 30 will be fighter jets and six will be trainers.

Has Magical Messi saved his best for last in Qatar?

Has Magical Messi saved his best for last in Qatar?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

With immense pressure on him to match the late great Diego Maradona and send the trophy back to Buenos Aires, Lionel Messi has lit up the Qatar tournament while others in the superstar stratum - Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo - have underwhelmed and gone home.

India to get first Rafale fighter jet next month

India to get first Rafale fighter jet next month

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Sources said a high-level team of the Indian Air Force is already in Paris to coordinate with the French officials on the handing over ceremony.

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic cruises; Raducanu ousted

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic cruises; Raducanu ousted

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Images from Day 3 of the 2022 Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Wednesday.

Rafales are here! Know about IAF's game-changer

Rafales are here! Know about IAF's game-changer

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Here's your guide to know about India's much-awaited aircraft.

Random Covid testing for arriving foreign flyers from Dec 24

Random Covid testing for arriving foreign flyers from Dec 24

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Following random testing, if anybody is found Covid-positive, the sample should be sent for genomic testing at the designated INSACOG laboratory network, Union health secretary Rajesh Bhushan wrote in a letter to his civil aviation ministry counterpart Rajiv Bansal.

EgyptAir plane from Paris to Cairo crashes; terror motive suspected

EgyptAir plane from Paris to Cairo crashes; terror motive suspected

Rediff.com19 May 2016

The plane was last detected in the skies over Greece, about 40 minutes from Athens, according to Sky News Arabia.

With Goyal gone, can Etihad use Jet to fulfil dreams?

With Goyal gone, can Etihad use Jet to fulfil dreams?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

Etihad wants to control a domestic carrier that can give it access to over 45 cities in India from where it can bring traffic to its hub in Abu Dhabi and beyond.